Three Kingdoms: At the beginning, Cao Cao assassinated Dong, and I was abandoned

Cao Cao asked with concern: "Sho'er, are you really alright?"

"Wouldn't it be better to die, and you'll be relieved!"

"My father knew it was wrong. I shouldn't have left you alone in Luoyang. After you recover from your injury, how about you come back here to see your mother?"

Cao Shuo didn't say anything more, and returned to Yecheng in a small boat with Cao Cao's regrets.

He felt that the feudal lords would soon fall apart, so he took advantage of the gap during this period to prepare some materials for the scramble for territory.

"My lord, Lord Xun Yu, please see me!"

Cao Shuo was full of doubts, Xun Yu didn't let him manage the affairs of the state capital in the letter, why did he come here?

Chapter 66

"Lord!"

"What is Wen Ruo looking for from me?"

When Cao Shuo saw Xun Yu bringing a strange young man to his study, he immediately became curious.

"My lord, this is a native of Yingchuan, with the word Zhicai. We met in the early years. He is proficient in formations and good at strategy. He is a rare talent in this world. He took refuge in letters a few days ago. I specially recommended it to the lord."

"Oh? I've heard about Zhicai's talent for a long time. It's a great fortune to meet you today."

"My lord, I'm so impressed!"

"Since the two great sages are here, it's just a matter of raising the account today, let's discuss how we should proceed next."

However, Cao Shuo called Zhang Yan, Zhao Yun, Dian Wei, Ju Shou and Xin Pi all over.

Cao Shuo looked at Simpi who was on the side and said, "Mr. George, tell us about the achievements of our army from joining the alliance to the present."

"promise!"

Xin Ping took out a bamboo slip from his bosom, put it on the table in front of him, and said: "Our army participated in the alliance for more than [-] days, and sent a total of [-] newly recruited cavalry."

"I fought with Dong Zhuo a few days ago, and I suffered nearly 6000 casualties!"

"hiss!"

Xun Yu, Xi Zhicai, and Zhang Yan, who did not participate in the battle, couldn't help but gasp, the loss was too great.

Simpi paused and continued: "When our army came back, there were more than 7000 soldiers. Although most of them were wounded soldiers, these were old soldiers who had participated in at least one life-and-death struggle."

"Uh……"

The three of them were extremely surprised, how could there be more people in this battle.

Seeing the puzzled looks of several people, Simpi narrated the incident. After hearing this, several people admired Cao Shuo's resourcefulness and courage.

Xi Zhicai praised: "My lord is truly a genius of the world, and he actually played with the eighteen princes and Dong Zhuo."

Xun Yu also praised: "My lord's resourcefulness is comparable to that of Jiang Shang and Zhang Liang. I admire you so much."

Simpi continued: "Our army not only replaced recruits with veterans, but also captured two additional generals. Among them, General Hua Xiong was so powerful that he killed the princes at Sishui Pass with fear."

Xi Zhicai asked in puzzlement, "Why did the lord come back?"

With Cao Shuo's current strength, if he stays, he will gain more benefits. He really can't understand why Cao Shuo wants to withdraw from the alliance.

Cao Shuo explained: "Sooner or later, the eighteen princes will fall apart, and Dong Zhuo will give up Luoyang sooner or later. I stay with the princes and want to reap the benefits. The price I pay is too high. Why don't we find ways to make up for it from other places .”

"My lord is right!"

Xi Zhicai quickly figured out Cao Shuo's situation. There was not much point in attacking Dong Bandits and monks.

Although the eighteen princes claimed to be crusading against Dong Zhuo, once Dong Zhuo died, Luoyang would still be the current Luoyang, and the emperor still had no military power, so he still had to listen to the princes.

"Can some of you tell me, what should we do next?"

Zhao Yun said: "My lord has recruited [-] new cavalry. It is inevitable to train soldiers. I will train my soldiers. As for making suggestions, I will leave it to my lord and a few great sages."

Cao Shuo gave Zhao Yun a blank look. This guy was too quick to throw the blame away, and he was fooled by a sentence of training soldiers.

Zhang Yan said: "There are still many Yellow Turbans participating in Jizhou. I will help the lord to complete the payment as soon as possible. I will not participate in this matter."

Cao Shuo was speechless to these two people, so he wanted to give some advice, although he might not necessarily accept it.

Simpi said: "My lord, there are still three county guards in Wei County, Zhao State, and Qinghe Country. I don't know if there are any candidates for my lord."

There are nine counties in Jizhou: Changshan State, Zhongshan State, Hejian State, Anping State, Zhao State, Qinghe State, Bohai County, Wei County, and Julu County.

Among them, Weijun, Zhaoguo, and Qingheguo had not yet appointed prefects, and Cao Shuo decided not to use any of the county governors appointed by the court, and it would be more at ease to use his own people.

Cao Shuo said: "Yuan Shao gave up Qingzhou's territory north of the Yellow River. We need to redefine the spheres of influence of the counties, mainly Bohai County and Hejian Kingdom."

"I have decided to assign Bohai County north of Zhangshui to Hejian State, and everything south of Zhangshui to Bohai County,"

"The three counties of Pingyuan, Geguo, and Ande that originally belonged to Qingzhou Plain County were transferred to Qinghe Country."

The advantage of doing this is that the territory of Hejian Kingdom, Bohai County, and Qinghe Kingdom is clearer.

Xun Yu said: "My lord, I recommend Zhang He as the prefect of Wei County, Xun Wei as the Minister of Zhao, and Deng Zhan as the Minister of Qinghe."

Cao Shuo closed his eyes and thought about it for a while. Zhang Yun had been in Huguan for a long time. It was indeed very suitable for him to be the prefect of Wei County and defend Huguan at the same time.

As Xun Shuang's eldest son, Xun Yu's elder brother-in-law, and Xun Yu's cousin, Xun Fai's ability goes without saying, and he is more than capable of being a state minister.

As for Deng Zhan being the Prime Minister of the Qinghe Kingdom, Cao Shuo shook his head and said, "Deng Zhan cannot be the Prime Minister of the Qinghe Kingdom. I have important things for him to do!"

Although Deng Zhan's ability was barely enough to be the prime minister of the country, he was not suitable for leading the army and fighting. Cao Shuo found him a good job.

He wants to set up an intelligence department, and Deng Zhan, a talent who knows all kinds of weapons, is the most suitable one. If Shi A is assisted, this intelligence department will definitely be fine.

Xun Yu asked, "My lord, is there a suitable candidate?"

"George, you take up the post of Minister of the Qinghe Kingdom, and ask Hua Xiong to be a county captain to assist you in defending the Qinghe Kingdom!"

"Thank you, my lord, for your trust!"

Cao Shuo continued: "At present, Hua Xiong is on guard alone in Bohai County. He is not suitable to be the sheriff. I wonder if Wen Ruo has a suitable candidate to be the sheriff of Bohai County?"

Xun Yu thought for a while and replied: "Master Li Li in Zhizhong can take on this role!"

"Okay, let Li Li go to Bohai County to take up his post."

Cao Shuo agreed with Xun Yu's opinion, but he thought of another question, Li Li left, who will be in charge of this governance?

"Wen Ruoyou is a suitable candidate for governance?"

"My lord, this is seeking far away!"

Xun Yu took a meaningful look at Cao Shuo, he hides a great sage, and no one is more suitable to be a ruler.

"What do you mean?"

Xun Yu asked back, "My lord, what is the duty of governance?"

Of course Cao Shuo knew the responsibilities of Zhizhong.

"Master Cao Wenshu, ancient books and codes!"

"Yup!"

Cao Shuo slapped his thigh, how could he forget this great sage? Is there a more suitable candidate for this position than Cai Yong?

"Come on, call Cai Yong!"

"promise!"

Xun Yu said: "My lord, Mr. Cai Yong's reputation, ability, and expertise make him the perfect candidate for this governance."

"If Wen Ruo hadn't reminded me, I would have forgotten him."

Xun Yu joked, "As the lord's father-in-law, Cai Yong will definitely not refuse!"

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Chapter 67

Taking advantage of Cai Yong's arrival, Cao Shuo continued to discuss with everyone.

Xi Zhicai said: "A few days ago, my lord was spreading money and food in Yingchuan County. The people of Yingchuan were all grateful. If my lord can send someone to recruit wise men and brave men, I might receive unexpected surprises."

Cao Shuo explained: "Although Yingchuan was the place where the Fourth World War was fought, its population is not small, and most of them are unwilling to leave. I'm worried that the effect will be minimal."

"My lord, I'm worrying too much. Most of the people who don't want to leave are from the Yingchuan family. Children from poor families like me still hope to have a safe place to study."

Xi Zhicai's explanation reassured Cao Shuo a lot. The big clans are deeply entrenched in the local area, and generally they rarely move.

"Wen Ruo, Zhicai, I don't know which one of you has a close relationship with the Zhong family and the Chen family?"

Cao Shuo suddenly thought of Zhong Yao from the Zhong family in Yingchuan, Chen Qun from the Chen family, and Guo Jia, but he didn't know if Xun Yu and Xi Zhi would recommend them.

Xi Zhicai hurriedly asked: "I wonder which wise man from the two families the princess has taken a fancy to?"

"Zhong Yao and Chen Qun!"

Xun Yu asked in surprise, "Master, do you know them?"

"I just heard that Zhong Yao is erudite, good at calligraphy, honest and good at strategy."

Xun Yu explained: "Zhong Yuan often served as an official in Luoyang, and he secretly cooperated with Wang Yun, Ma Rizun and others to protect His Majesty comprehensively. At present, I am afraid that he will not be able to recruit him to the lord's tent."

"Oh, what a pity!"

"My lord, don't be sad. I can write a letter to Zhong Yao to test his tone and see if he has any plans to become an official in Jizhou."

"Then I will trouble Wen Ruo."

Xi Zhicai said: "As for Chen Qun, I'm afraid the lord will be even more disappointed. His father, Chen Jiguan, worships the general of the five senses, and his family is in Luoyang. If the lord rashly appoints the Chen family, I'm afraid Dong Zhuo will be suspicious. After being injured, it will not be easy to recruit again at that time, it is better to delay for a while and wait for Luoyang to change."

Cao Shuo had no choice but to give up. The two great sages missed each other like this, which is really heartbreaking.

"My lord, Lord Cai Yong has arrived!"

Under the leadership of the guards, Cai Yong came to Cao Shuo's study. Seeing many people there, Cai Yong knew something bad was going to happen today.

"Father-in-law, are you still used to living in Yecheng?"

Cai Yong replied: "Although the north is cold and not as beautiful as the south, it can still experience a different scenery."

"Let me introduce to my father-in-law. You have met Zilong, Dianwei, Zhang Yan, and Jushouou before, so I won't introduce them. These two are Yingchuan Xunyu and Xun Wenruo, and Yingchuan Xizhong Xizhicai!"

"Xun Yu met Master Cai!"

"Xi Zhong met Master Cai!"

Cai Yong replied: "I have heard a little about the talents of the two nephews in Wu County. From now on, I will make more suggestions for Jizhou."

The three of them were polite, and Cao Shuo went straight to the point.

"Father-in-law, I want you to be the governor of Jizhou!"

Cai Yong's face darkened, and he thought to himself, I knew nothing good would come here today,

"I'm not interested in being an official!"

"Father-in-law is just a name. Governance of the state is governed by literature, advice and advice are given by Jushou and loyalty. You don't have to think about these things."

"Then what do I do?"

Cai Yong asked in puzzlement, how could he feel sorry for doing this like throwing his hands away from the shopkeeper.

"I heard that my father-in-law has collected a lot of classics, how about continuing to study books? When I am free and bored, help me record some matters in Jizhou, and follow the example of Sima Qian of the Han Dynasty."

"????"

Cai Yong looked at Cao Shuo with black lines all over his head, asking me to be Sima Qian to record your deeds for you?How can I write about our relationship.

"Father-in-law, don't refuse. In fact, my son-in-law doesn't have much merit to write about now. The main thing is to collect and sort out classics, and take a few apprentices if it's okay."

Cai Yong was speechless. Just now he said to revise books, but in the blink of an eye, he made me a historian. You asked me to train talents for you before he said a few words. Your routine is really deep.

Xun Yu said: "Lord Bojie, the talents in Jizhou are dying at the moment, and my lord is eager to seek talents. If Master Cai can get a job in Jizhou, famous people from all over the world will definitely come to vote. By then, you will not be able to hold the position of the ruler for long." , Wouldn’t it be great to study hard in the future.”

Is this trying to trick me into selling dog meat?

Cai Yong agreed with a dark face, after all, he is his son-in-law, so help him if you can.

Cao Shuo looked at Xun Yu and said, "Wen Ruo, you select some talented young men from Jizhou to help Master Zhizhong revise his books."